Kono

The staff are second to none. Great atmosphere and best service I’ve had in my life. Sabrina and management make this place the best experience in NYC

A cozy and intimate dining experience with such a unique concept. Every dish and skewer was well thought out with amazing different flavor and texture. As the dinner goes on the room also continues to fill with the aroma of the beautiful smokiness from the charcoal grill that is right in the middle of the dining room. The chef is super passionate about what he does and you can tell from the amazing food. The service is friendly and precise.

Chickens are one of the most miserable animal species on earth, gotten to this point because of how delicious they are, unfortunately for them and perhaps fortunate for us. And now there is finally a place that gives tribute and justice to their lives that’s often taken for granted. Kono. Never would I have thought I would eat a chicken omakase and yet here we are—starting with the chicken soup with baby scallions, to numerous yakitoris of various chicken parts (including whole hearts, the tail/butt, inner knees, all perfectly grilled and seasoned with a dance), to pates and finally a meatball dipped in a beautiful orange egg. In between there are dishes that give you a break from chicken. We loved the fig, arguably that may have been my favorite dish. Anyway, the chickens came from an Amish farm in east Pennsylvania. This was the meal where I felt the most animal<>food connection. Their lives were honored in this meal.

One of the best meals I’ve ever had for the price point, can’t wait to come back

My first omakase yakitori. This was truly an experience. From the service, to the food, to the atmosphere. This is hidden in an alleyway in the heart of Chinatown, a little pricey but it’s worth the experience. We got to experience the different parts of a chicken while listening to old school hip hop.

High-end yakitori hidden away in a alleyway in Chinatown. Went solo and had a great tasting menu experience. The view from the side of the table was great because you get to watch the cooking in action. Didn't get any supplements as I was feeling pretty full towards the end of the meal. Service was extremely attentive and impeccable but not overwhelming. Great experience overall.